Weston, Connecticut Real Estate

Weston CT Area and Community Information

When
people look for homes for sale in Weston CT, they are choosing an
upscale community that's filled with gorgeous estates and idyllic small
town living. With the bucolic surroundings, it's easy to forget that New
York City is only 45 miles away! This proximity to one of America's
most vibrant cities is only part of what has attracted more than 10,000
residents to the area. Contacting an expert Weston CT real estate agent
like Darcy Sledge is the first step to becoming a happy resident
yourself. Other reasons people choose this community include the low
crime rate, well regarded schools and beautiful natural surroundings.

History

European
settlers have been choosing real estate in Weston since the 17th
century. The earliest settlers were farmers who grew potatoes, apples
and onions. Within the city proper, grist, lumber and cider mills were
built. By the middle of the 19th century, the town was home to about
nine manufacturing interests. Unfortunately, only one of these survived
into the 20th century, and its facility burned down in 1911. By the
1930s, the town's population had dipped to a precipitously low point.
However, Weston was then discovered by artists in New York who began
buying property here to escape the bustle of the city. The population
has only grown since then, and the completion of the Merritt Parkway
made it easier than ever to get to Weston.

Abundant Green Spaces

Weston's
Parks and Recreation Department oversees an assortment of lovely parks.
Many of these, such as Bisceglie Park and Morehouse Farm Park, have
ball fields and jogging trails. Scattered at various points throughout
the town are the 16 preserves that make up the Aspetuck Land Trust,
which conserves natural spaces for the citizenry to enjoy. Other parks
feature an arboretum, jogging trails and opportunities to enjoy
freshwater fishing. Many homes for sale in Weston CT are desirably close
to the community's many parks and green spaces. The parks and
recreation department also oversees a comprehensive program of athletic
and educational classes for the whole community to enjoy.

Things to Do, Places to Go

Weston's
residents truly value their green spaces. That's why nearby Devil's Den
Preserve is a popular destination for them. Some 20 miles of trails
within the preserve beg to be explored, and the New Canaan Nature Center
highlights some of the flora and fauna regularly encountered within the
park's boundaries. Residents may also visit the Mark Twain Library in
neighboring Redding and Putnam Memorial State Park is of interest thanks
to its monuments to the American Revolution and a fascinating museum.

An Active Calendar

The
community's thriving arts scene is ably managed by the Weston
Commission for the Arts, an organization that regularly holds cultural
events. Each fall brings the historic Grange Fair, which is a highlight
for most locals and draws in a fair number of tourists. Memorial Day is
also celebrated in style with a parade and fair. Ask a Weston Ct real
estate agent how to get even more involved in this civic minded
community by purchasing a lovely home here.

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